British PM Rishi Sunak lands in Tel Aviv amid ongoing Israel-Hamas war

Amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas, Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, Rishi Sunak landed in Tel Aviv

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Published on Oct 19, 2023 12:59 PM IST 5 Photos
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On Thursday, British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak arrived in Israel to express support for a nation still grappling with the aftermath of an October 7 attack carried out by Hamas militants. During his visit, he engaged in discussions with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. (AP)

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As Israel's response to the Gaza conflict intensifies, Rishi Sunak's office has stated that he will offer condolences for the loss of life in both Israel and the Palestinian enclave. Additionally, he will caution against further escalation in the region. (AP)

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"Above all, I'm here to express my solidarity with the Israeli people. You have suffered an unspeakable, horrific act of terrorism and I want you to know that the United Kingdom and I stand with you," Rishi Sunak told Israeli reporters after landing. (REUTERS)

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In an early statement, Rishi Sunak said a Gaza hospital blast on Tuesday that caused mass Palestinian casualties should be "a watershed moment for leaders in the region and across the world to come together to avoid further dangerous escalation of conflict", adding that Britain would be at "the forefront of this effort". (REUTERS)

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Rishi Sunak will also urge the opening up of a route to allow humanitarian aid into Gaza from Egypt as soon as possible, and to enable British nationals trapped in Gaza to leave. (REUTERS)

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